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2026 Academic Nursing Leadership Conference

Thank you to all who joined us for ANLC 2026!

This year’s Academic Nursing Leadership Conference (ANLC) brought renewed energy to academic nursing. From thought-provoking sessions to dynamic conversations among deans and senior academic nursing leaders, ANLC 2026 delivered the insights, strategies, and connections needed to navigate emerging challenges and advance excellence in nursing education.

Browse the photo album and relive the conversations, connections, and moments that made this year's ANLC unforgettable.

Save the date, and plan to join us next year on October 24–26!

2026 Academic Nursing Leadership Conference

Attendees networking at a nursing leadership conference event

Shape the Future of Nursing Leadership

Relive moments from ANLC below!

 

Pre-Conference Offering

Organizational Leadership Network (OLN) Program
October 24–25, 2026

This program is hosted annually by ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´’s Organizational Leadership Network (OLN), a network specifically designed for nursing academic leaders with broad administrative responsibilities, including associate deans and assistant deans.

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Conference Venue

JW Marriott Washington, DC

Join us at the JW Marriott Washington, DC, set along Pennsylvania Avenue in the heart of the nation’s capital, just steps from the White House and National Mall.

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2025 Highlights & Attendee Experience

See why academic nursing leaders return each year to connect, learn, and lead.


400+ attendees from across the U.S. came together to:

  • Gain practical strategies for academic nursing challenges
  • Build connections with peers and policymakers
  • Strengthen leadership impact across programs
  • Shape the future of nursing education

     

 

Testimonials

“The small group conversations are invaluable, offering meaningful peer connections and practical insights that translated directly to our work back on campus.”

“The conference consistently offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nursing colleagues and form new relationships. I brought my team this year, and we all found the experience highly rewarding. Participating in advocacy visits on Capitol Hill was a highlight and reinforced the collective voice of nursing.”

“I value hearing about the landscape of nursing higher education. Also connecting with others to network and explore ideas.”

For questions, contact the ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Conference Team today!

Phone: 202-463-6930    |     Email: conferences@aacnnursing.org     |    Website: www.aacnnursing.org/conferences